So I’m no newbie to Microsoft conferences (Tech Ed, MVP Summit, etc). However I’d be telling a lie if I didn’t admit I was excited to be attending my first Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference this year. I look forward to making some great connections and I expect a few big announcements from Microsoft and partners. I will probably do some live blogging as well. Should be a great conference… See you in LA.

Yes you heard correctly. The "24 IT Diva" just appeared live on stage as part of the keynote. 4 short "24-like" video clips were shown adding a hilarious twist to introductions of some of Microsoft’s newest up and coming technologies. I will provide more updates when I get on a faster connection in the morning. The speed at the hotel...